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UAE Special Envoy discusses bilateral relations with Trinidad and Tobago PM
Middle East | May 11, 2024 9:00:29 AM IST
Port of Spain [Trinidad and Tobago], May 11 (ANI/WAM): Omar Shehadeh, Special Envoy of the UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded his visit to Trinidad and Tobago, where he met Keith Rowley, Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. ... read..


Afghanistan: 50 killed after flash floods hit Baghlan province
Kabul | May 11, 2024 9:00:28 AM IST
At least 50 people have been killed and dozens more are missing in severe flooding that followed intense rain in north Afghanistan's Baghlan province, TOLO News reported. ... read..


UAE: NCM warns of fog formation, poor visibility
Middle East | May 11, 2024 9:00:24 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 11 (ANI/WAM): The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) urged motorists to follow the traffic regulations regarding a chance of fog formation. ... read..


US criticises Israel's conduct of war; says it may have violated 'international humanitarian law'
Washington DC | May 11, 2024 9:00:22 AM IST
The United States has stated that it was "reasonable to assess" that Israel has "violated international humanitarian law" during its ongoing war in Gaza, The Hill reported. ... read..


Donald Trump's youngest son pulls out of political debut citing 'prior commitments'
Washington DC | May 11, 2024 9:00:20 AM IST
Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has declined to serve as a delegate at this summer's Republican National Convention, CNN reported, citing a senior Trump campaign adviser and a statement from Melania Trump's office. ... read..


Espionage-related cyberattacks surge 300 pc in Pakistan: Report
Islamabad | May 11, 2024 9:00:17 AM IST
A recent report from the Kaspersky Response and Detection Team has revealed a staggering 300 per cent surge in espionage-related cyberattacks in Pakistan during the initial quarter of 2024 compared to the same timeframe in 2023, ARY News reported. ... read..


IMF warns of high downside risks for Pakistan's economy
Islamabad | May 11, 2024 9:00:09 AM IST
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a stark warning about Pakistan's economic future, highlighting exceptionally high downside risks in its latest report. ... read..


Not just TikTok, China using several global apps, games to monitor internet users: Report
Canberra | May 11, 2024 8:00:14 AM IST
In addition to TikTok, China uses numerous other social media platforms including online games to monitor internet users globally, Voice of America reported, citing an Australian study. ... read..


Pakistan: Punjab Assembly speaker suspends 27 lawmakers on reserved seats following top court ruling
Islamabad | May 11, 2024 8:00:10 AM IST
The ruling alliance in Pakistan's Punjab suffered a major setback as 27 of its lawmakers on reserved seats were suspended by the provincial assembly's speaker on Friday in light of the Supreme Court's verdict earlier this week, The News International repo ... read..


Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM slams Pakistan govt over high power tariff, load-shedding
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | May 11, 2024 8:00:04 AM IST
Hitting out at Shehbaz Sharif-led Pakistan government over high electricity prices and "worst load shedding", Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur demanded the dues of KP province. ... read..


Taiwan: Businessman, retired officers detained over suspicion of spying for China
Taipei | May 11, 2024 5:59:04 AM IST
A Taiwanese court approved the detention of a businessman and two retired officers on suspicion of spying for China, Taiwan News reported on Friday. ... read..


US announces USD 400 million military aid package for embattled Ukraine
Washington DC | May 11, 2024 5:59:02 AM IST
The United States has announced a USD 400 million military aid package for Ukraine as the country continues to be in desperate need of Western aid amid intensifying pressure from Russia, The Hill reported. ... read..


Angry Israeli envoy shreds UN Charter over resolution supporting full membership of Palestine
New York | May 11, 2024 5:00:02 AM IST
In a strong display of outrage, Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan shredded the UN charter at the United Nations General Assembly just before it passed a resolution for supporting full membership of Palestine. ... read..


India supports UN resolution backing Palestinian bid for full membership
New York | May 11, 2024 5:00:04 AM IST
A resolution was passed in the United Nations with an overwhelming majority, supporting full membership of Palestine and pressing the Security Council to give "favourable consideration" to the bid, CNN reported. ... read..


"I want India to be capital of South East Asia...": PM Modi
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 10:00:08 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed that he would want India to be the capital of South East Asia, and emphasised that India's progress poses no threat to anyone and as India progresses, the burden of the world reduces. ... read..


"I want India to become capital of South East Asia...": PM Modi
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 9:59:56 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed that he would want India to be the capital of South East Asia, and emphasised that India's progress poses no threat to anyone and as India progresses, the burden of the world reduces. ... read..


Indian Army to get first Hermes-900 drone on June 18, to boost surveillance on Pakistan border
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 9:59:48 PM IST
In a significant boost to its surveillance capabilities along the Pakistan border, the Indian Army is set to receive the first Hermes-900 Starliner drone on June 18. ... read..


India lays foundation stone for construction of school under HICDPs in Nepal's Baitadi
Kathmandu | May 10, 2024 9:59:44 PM IST
India laid out the foundation stone to build a school building taken up under the High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) in the Baitadi District of Nepal. ... read..


Pakistan: Explosion at private girls' school in North Waziristan, none hurt
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa | May 10, 2024 7:00:35 PM IST
An explosion occurred at a private girls' school in the North Waziristan tribal district of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Dawn reported while quoting police sources. The explosion was reported on Wednesday night and was triggered by unidentified militants. ... read..


Israel sees drop in car imports, rise in electrical goods in April
Middle East | May 10, 2024 6:00:57 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 10 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Tax Authority reported that in April 2024, 11,474 private vehicles were imported into the country, compared to 17,999 in April 2023, a decrease of 36.3 per cent. Imports of commercial vehicles amounted to 60 ... read..


Philippines calls for expulsion of Beijing's diplomats as South China Sea row worsens
Manila | May 10, 2024 6:00:24 PM IST
The Philippines' national security adviser on Friday called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats over an alleged leaked telephonic conversation with a Filipino military official as territorial tensions continue to increase, Nikkei Asia reported. ... read..


IMF support team arrives in Pakistan to discuss new loan programme
Islamabad | May 10, 2024 5:59:55 PM IST
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team arrived in Pakistan on Friday, to hold talks as they requested a longer and larger size of bailout package under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), as reported by Geo News. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader booked over unauthorized rally in Rawalpindi
Islamabad | May 10, 2024 5:59:47 PM IST
The Pakistan police has registered a case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shehryar Riaz for allegedly holding an unauthorized rally in Rawalpindi on Thursday to mark the first anniversary of the May 9 riots, reported Samaa TV. ... read..


Pakistan: Two killed, one injured in separate firing incidents in Balochistan
Islamabad | May 10, 2024 5:59:34 PM IST
Two individuals were killed and another was injured in two separate firing incidents in Balochistan on Friday, reported The Balochistan Post. ... read..


India, Moldova sign pact on visa waiver on diplomatic and official passports
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 4:00:04 PM IST
India and Moldova signed an agreement on visa waiver for diplomatic and official passports on Friday. The agreement will allow holders of diplomatic and official passports of either country to travel to the other, without a visa. ... read..


UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed, Turkish FM discuss strengthening bilateral relations; regional de-escalation efforts
Middle East | May 10, 2024 3:59:37 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 10 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey, for a working dinner in Abu Dhabi. ... read..


"Look forward to working hard for China-India relations": New Chinese envoy Xu Feihong
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 3:59:32 PM IST
Newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, who arrived in Delhi on Friday, said he was looking forward to working hard with all for the ties between the two nations. ... read..


Newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong arrives in Delhi
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 3:00:44 PM IST
Newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, arrived today in New Delhi to assume office, the Chinese Embassy in India announced in a statement. ... read..


Aware of reports about BSF action at India-Bangladesh border, says US
Washington, DC | May 10, 2024 3:00:42 PM IST
The United States is aware of the reports regarding Border Security Forces (BSF) action at the Bangladesh-India border, US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller said. ... read..


SAARC Secretary-General Golam Sarwar to visit India tomorrow
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 3:00:02 PM IST
SAARC Secretary-General Golam Sarwar will arrive in Delhi for an official visit to the country from May 11 to 14. He is scheduled to meet the Minister of State for External Affairs Rajkumar Ranjan Singh in Delhi on Tuesday. ... read..


Taiwan says 11 Chinese coast guard ships, 3 fishing boats enter Kinmen's restricted waters
Taipei | May 10, 2024 2:01:51 PM IST
As many as 11 Chinese coast guard ships and three fishing boats entered Kinmen's prohibited and restricted waters in two convoys, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


Newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador Xi Feihong arrives in Delhi
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 2:00:53 PM IST
Newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, arrived today in New Delhi to assume office, the Chinese Embassy in India announced in a statement. ... read..


PoJK: Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee announces shutter-down strike after police crackdown
Muzaffarabad | May 10, 2024 1:00:37 PM IST
The Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee has announced that it will hold a "shutter-down and wheel-jam" strike in Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) today, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Ukraine: Zelenskyy fires head of state guards after two members accused of plot to kill him
Kyiv | May 10, 2024 10:01:10 AM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed the head of the state guards after allegations that two members were involved in a plot to assassinate him, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Jaishankar expresses confidence in India-EU partnership growing further
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 10:00:48 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar along with his wife Kyoko Jaishankar attended Europe Day celebrations in Delhi. He noted that the ties between India and the European Union are not only consequential for the two sides but also for the world. ... read..


Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone enhances their services with 24/7 support
Middle East | May 10, 2024 9:01:41 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 10 (ANI/WAM): In response to increasing demand from entrepreneurs and investors from the region and around the world, the Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) has announced expansion of operations to deliver round-the-clock s ... read..


UAE President receives Turkish Foreign Minister
Middle East | May 10, 2024 9:01:38 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 10 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye, at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi. ... read..


Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer interacts with Maldivian community residing in Delhi
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 9:01:17 AM IST
The Maldivian Foreign Minister, Moosa Zameer, who is on an official visit to India, interacted with the Maldivian community here on Thursday. ... read..


FISI UK hosts event titled "Exploring India's Future" in London
London | May 10, 2024 9:01:11 AM IST
The Friends of India Society International-UK (FISI-UK) hosted an event titled "Exploring India's Future: Policy Perspectives on Indic Refugees Post-CAA" at the UK Parliament. ... read..


Taiwan detects 6 Chinese aircraft, 7 naval vessels operating near its airspace, waters
Taipei | May 10, 2024 9:01:06 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has said that it detected six Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels operating near Taiwan's airspace from 6 am (local time) on Thursday to 6 am (local time) on Friday. ... read..


India-European Union relationship consequential for world also: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 6:00:45 PM IST
Describing the relationship between India and the European Union as "consequential for the world as well," External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the EU is not only "our largest economic partner," but the ties run "very deep, spanning many domains." ... read..


US top diplomat Donald Lu to embark on India visit from today
Washington, DC | May 10, 2024 7:00:34 AM IST
The Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Donald Lu, will embark on an official visit to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh from May 10-15, the US State Department said. ... read..


If Israel is forced to stand alone, it will stand alone: PM Netanyahu
Tel Aviv | May 10, 2024 5:59:56 AM IST
Rejecting international pressure to halt the war in Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that if "forced," Israel will "stand alone" in its war against Hamas. ... read..


Relationship with India gained tremendous importance for EU: Envoy Herve Delphin
New Delhi | May 10, 2024 5:59:54 AM IST
Lauding the mutual ties, European Union envoy Herve Delphin said India is the country that has "gained tremendous importance for the EU," and the partnership will "deepen further." ... read..


"Won't speak until allegations are proved before a jury": US on investigation into alleged attempt to kill Pannun
Washington, DC | May 10, 2024 4:59:42 AM IST
Stating that the investigation into the alleged plot to assassinate Sikh separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun is an ongoing legal matter, the US State Department said it "won't speak" until "allegations are proved" before a jury. ... read..


Closing stage activities of 11th session of Sharjah School Theatre Festival will begin next Monday
Middle East | May 10, 2024 1:59:21 AM IST
Sharjah [UAE], May 10 (ANI/WAM): Under the generous patronage of Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the activities of the final stage of the 11th session of the Sharjah School Theatre Festival will b ... read..


"Economic cooperation with India has been integral part of Maldives economy": Maldivian Foreign Minister
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 11:32:01 PM IST
Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer, who is in India, said on Thursday that he discussed debt relief measures during his meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and mentioned that economic cooperation with India has been an "integral part ... read..


Police baton-charge people in PoJK, several feared injured, Section 144 imposed
Dadyal | May 9, 2024 11:32:00 PM IST
A violent clash broke out between the police and people from the Dadyal area of Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) on Thursday which left several injured. ... read..


"Our government has not permitted Chinese vessel for research in Maldivian waters": Maldives FM
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 11:31:49 PM IST
Emphasising that "peace and security" of the Indian Ocean is important for countries in the neighbourhood including India, Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer on Thursday said that his government has "not permitted the Chinese vessel" for research pur ... read..


"No relevant evidence given to us": MEA after 3 Indians arrested in Nijjar Killing in Canada
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 11:31:14 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday that Canada has not provided any "specific" evidence or relevant information in the Hardeep Singh Nijjar killing case and that no "formal communication" has been provided to India over the arrests of three ... read..


Defence relations with India go beyond military personnel: Maldives Foreign Minister
By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | May 9, 2024 11:31:12 PM IST
Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer on Thursday said that his country's defence relations with India go beyond military personnel and the two countries will work together to make the Indian Ocean a peaceful place. ... read..


MEA confirms withdrawal of Indian troops from Maldives, deputation of competent persons to nation
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 11:31:04 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday confirmed the withdrawal of Indian military personnel from the Maldives and the "deputation of competent persons" to the archipelago nation. ... read..


"We are discussing President Muizzu's visit to Delhi very soon": Maldives Foreign Minister
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 11:31:01 PM IST
Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer on Thursday said discussions were held with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar regarding President Mohamed Muizzu's visit to India "very soon'. ... read..


Israel's economy loses billions a year due to cyber attacks
Middle East | May 9, 2024 11:30:55 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 9 (ANI/TPS): The State of Israel's economy suffers a 12 billion Shekel ($3.3 billion) annual loss due to cyber attacks, according to a new report issued by the country's National Cyber Directorate. ... read..


EU, India stress on strengthening cooperation to deal with counter-terrorism challenges
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 11:30:44 PM IST
The European Union and India have strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and emphasised the need for strengthening international cooperation in dealing with counter-terrorism challenges, stated the Ministry of External Affairs in ... read..


Italian lawmaker expresses concern at persecution of Uyghur community in China
Munich | May 9, 2024 11:30:31 PM IST
Former Italian Foreign Minister Giulio Terzi has expressed support for the Uyghur community and condemned their persecution by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). ... read..


Interlinked wins the Arabian Travel Market startup competition
Middle East | May 9, 2024 11:30:24 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 9 (ANI/WAM): Interlinked won the third round of the Arabian Travel Market 2024 startup competition. ... read..


Lockdown imposed in Sydney school after knife-wielding student injures staff member
Sydney | May 9, 2024 7:32:01 PM IST
Lockdown was imposed in a school in Sydney after a student wielding a knife entered the premises on Thursday and injured a teacher when they tried to confiscate the blade, The Sydney Morning Herald reported. ... read..


PoJK administration closes schools before major protest on May 11
Muzaffarabad | May 9, 2024 7:31:59 PM IST
As the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) announced major protests on May 11, the Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) administration has ordered to shut all government schools for one week. ... read..


Taiwan detects 23 Chinese military aircraft, 5 naval ships encircling it
Taipei | May 9, 2024 7:31:29 PM IST
Taiwan Ministry of National Defence (MND) said on Thursday that it tracked 23 Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels around Taiwan between 6 am on Wednesday and 6 am on Thursday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


NSA Doval, UK counterpart discuss critical tech, global issues during strategic dialogue
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 7:31:21 PM IST
National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval met with his United Kingdom counterpart, Tim Barrow, on Thursday for the India-UK Strategic Dialogue. ... read..


"We are making sure this doesn't repeat": Maldivian Foreign Minister over ministers derogatory remarks on PM Modi
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 7:30:47 PM IST
Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer, who is on his first official visit to India, has distanced his government from the derogatory remarks made by some of its ministers against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that it was not the stand of the gov ... read..


India-Maldives ties based on mutual interests, reciprocal sensitivity, says Jaishankar
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 4:31:12 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that the development of ties between India and Maldives is based on mutual interests and reciprocal sensitivity of the two countries. ... read..


Israeli forces launch operation against Hamas sites in Gaza's Zeitoun area
Middle East | May 9, 2024 4:31:10 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 9 (ANI/TPS): Israeli ground forces launched an operation in the Zeitoun area of central Gaza, targeting Hamas infrastructure and killing terrorists, the Israel Defence Forces said on Thursday morning. ... read..


UAE's Minister of Energy and Infra tours rain-affected areas
Middle East | May 9, 2024 4:31:05 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 9 (ANI/WAM): Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, UAE's Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, toured a number of areas, federal roads, and dams on the eastern coast that were affected by the unprecedented rainfall the UAE experienced in April. ... read..


Pak rights body voices concern over increasing 'political polarisation'
Islamabad | May 9, 2024 4:31:01 PM IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) expressed concerns over increasing political polarisation in the country, resulting in greater restrictions on civil and political rights, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. The HRCP demanded economic justice and ... read..


Australia: Two brothers arrested for stabbing Indian student to death in Melbourne
Ormond (Melbourne) | May 9, 2024 3:30:09 PM IST
Two brothers have been arrested by police for stabbing a 22-year-old Indian student outside a residence on North Road, Australia Today reported. ... read..


Israeli Border Police officer dies of injuries from counterterror raid
Middle East | May 9, 2024 3:30:05 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 9 (ANI/TPS): An Israeli Border Police officer critically injured during a counterterror raid in the Tulkarem area died of his injuries on Wednesday, the Israeli Police announced. ... read..


How a UN agency puts unfiltered Hamas propaganda on the record?
Middle East | May 9, 2024 3:30:04 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 9 (ANI/TPS): A little-known United Nations agency is republishing reports about Gaza's humanitarian situation based on unfiltered reports produced by a human rights group with links to Hamas, resulting in the terror group's propagan ... read..


Israeli forces demolish home of terrorist who killed 2
Middle East | May 9, 2024 3:30:02 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 9 (ANI/TPS): Israeli security forces on Thursday demolished the eastern Jerusalem home of Fadi Jamjoom, who killed two Israelis in a February terror attack. ... read..


US, China climate envoys meet for talks
Washington | May 9, 2024 3:29:43 PM IST
New climate envoys of the United States and China met for their first in-person talks in Washington and discussed action on climate with an emphasis on accelerating the next steps to be taken during this decade, amid trade tensions between the two countri ... read..


Three people die as storms sweep through eastern US
Washington, DC | May 9, 2024 2:30:35 PM IST
At least three people were killed on Wednesday after strong storms swept through the North Carolina, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky and Tennessee regions of the US, causing intense rain, winds and hail in some areas, The New York Times reported. ... read..


Pak: PTI leader Elahi transferred to Kot Lakhpat jail by government
Lahore | May 9, 2024 2:30:24 PM IST
The government took the step to relocate Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf President Chaudhry Parvez Elahi to Kot Lakhpath Jail in Lahore, Dawn reported. ... read..


Danish Ambassador lauds NDMC's sanitation workers for clean-up efforts
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 2:30:14 PM IST
In a commendable display of civic action, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and its sanitation workers have received high praise from Danish Ambassador Freddy Svane for their swift response in transforming a previously littered area into a clean envi ... read..


PM Modi condoles demise of Metropolitan of Believers Eastern Church
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 2:29:52 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condoled the demise of Metropolitan of Believers Eastern Church, Moran Mor Athanasius Yohan. PM Modi stated that Moran Mor Athanasius Yohan will be remembered for his service to society and emphasis on improving th ... read..


EAM Jaishankar, UK NSA Barrow review progress in bilateral ties
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 1:29:59 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with UK National Security Adviser Tim Barrow in Delhi on Thursday and discussed regional and global issues of importance. Jaishankar and Barrow reviewed the progress in bilateral ties. ... read..


Ukraine parliament passes bill allowing prisoners to join military amid personnel shortage
Kyiv | May 9, 2024 1:29:53 PM IST
Ukraine's parliament has made a significant decision amidst the nation's pressing need for military personnel, passing a bill that would allow certain prisoners to enlist in the armed forces. ... read..


Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif approves amendments to PECA law for social media regulation
Islamabad | May 9, 2024 1:29:30 PM IST
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has greenlit a significant move to amend the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016, aimed at regulating social media, as per sources reported by ARY News. ... read..


India sets record with over USD 111 bn in remittances in 2022: UN report
Geneva | May 9, 2024 12:30:46 PM IST
India has achieved a historic milestone, receiving over USD 111 billion in remittances in 2022, marking the first instance of any country surpassing the USD 100 billion mark, the United Nations migration agency said in a report. ... read..


US: Indian student missing in Chicago since May 2
Chicago | May 9, 2024 12:30:30 PM IST
An Indian student has been reported missing in Chicago since May 2. ... read..


'North Korea's Goebbels' Kim Ki-Nam dies at 94
Pyongyang | May 9, 2024 10:29:47 AM IST
Kim Ki-Nam, who was often referred to as 'North Korea's Goebbels', a comparison drawn from the Nazi propaganda minister, passed away at the age of 94, the North Korean state media reported on Wednesday. ... read..


Mexico: 1st indictment made in case of tourists killed on surfing trip
Ensenada | May 9, 2024 10:29:35 AM IST
Baja California's Prosecutor's Office has announced the indictment of a suspect linked to the deaths of two Australian brothers and an American during a surfing expedition in Mexico, CNN reported. ... read..


Biden warns Israel of halting more shipments of American weapons if it launches major offensive in Rafah
Washington, DC | May 9, 2024 9:28:46 AM IST
In a stern warning to Israel, United States President Joe Biden on Wednesday (local time) said that he would halt some shipments of American weapons to Israel if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered a major invasion in Rafah, CNN reported. ... read..


German Chancellor Olaf Scholz confirms participation in Ukraine Peace Summit in Switzerland
Berlin | May 9, 2024 8:30:17 AM IST
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday confirmed his participation in the Ukraine Peace Summit which is slated to take place in June this year. ... read..


Russia backs US, questions US lack of evidence implicating India in Pannun case
Moscow | May 9, 2024 8:30:14 AM IST
Rubbishing the allegations by the US on India for a foiled assassination plot against pro-Khalistan radical Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the Russian Foreign Ministry said that Washington has not yet provided any reliable evidence of the involvement of Indian ... read..


Russia backs India, questions US lack of evidence implicating India in Pannun case
Moscow | May 9, 2024 8:30:10 AM IST
Rubbishing the allegations by the US on India for a foiled assassination plot against pro-Khalistan radical Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the Russian Foreign Ministry said that Washington has not yet provided any reliable evidence of the involvement of Indian ... read..


Annual Meridian Forum for Space Diplomacy celebrates the UAE's achievements in the field of space
Middle East | May 9, 2024 8:30:08 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 9 (ANI/WAM): The annual Meridian Forum for Space Diplomacy, held in the US capital, Washington, presented the first annual award for global leadership in the field of space diplomacy to His Excellency Yousef Al Otaiba, the UAE Ambassador ... read..


"Looking forward to productive discussions...": Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer after arrival in India
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 7:29:30 AM IST
Maldivian Foreign Minister, Moosa Zameer, who is on an official visit to India, said that he looks forward to productive discussions, and experiencing the vibrant culture of India. ... read..


Suspect in Hardeep Nijjar killing says he entered Canada using 'study permit'
Ottawa | May 9, 2024 6:29:59 AM IST
One of the suspects in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, has said in a social media video that he entered Canada on a 'study permit' which only took him days to obtain, Canada-based global news reported. ... read..


US Defence Secy Austin confirms pause on shipment of "high-payload munitions" to Israel
Washington, DC | May 9, 2024 5:30:31 AM IST
Amid the ongoing ground offensive in Rafah, United States Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed on Wednesday that the US is pausing a shipment of "high-payload munitions" to Israel, as the operation has no plan for the residing civilians in the region, ... read..


Afghanistan: Three killed, 5 injured in explosion targeting security convoy in Badakhshan
Kabul | May 9, 2024 3:29:16 AM IST
Three people were killed and five others were injured following an explosion targeting a security forces convoy in the centre of Badakhshan province on Wednesday, TOLOnews reported. ... read..


Locals in POGB debunk claims of infrastructure development, call everything a charade
Gilgit City | May 9, 2024 2:28:34 AM IST
Residents of the Gahkuch Khari area in Pakistan-Occupied Gilgit Baltistan (PoGB) have questioned the efficacy of the cleanliness drive organised this week and complained that the administration's claim of development in the region is merely for show. ... read..


Grateful to Indian side for supporting Belarus in becoming full member of SCO, says envoy Mikhail Kasko
New Delhi | May 9, 2024 2:28:29 AM IST
Belarusian Ambassador to India, Mikhail Kasko thanked India for its support to Belarus in becoming a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and emphasized readiness for active collaboration within the SCO dimension. ... read..


PM Modi, Ambani, Adani reshaping India to become economic superpower: CNN report
New Delhi | May 8, 2024 11:32:19 PM IST
India is poised to become a 21st-century economic powerhouse, offering an alternative to China for investors looking for growth and for reducing supply chain risks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and industrialists Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani playing ... read..


India supports a homeland for Palestinians eventually: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi | May 8, 2024 11:31:51 PM IST
Referring to the conflict in the Middle East and the Israel-Palestine issue, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said that eventually, India supports a homeland for the Palestinians and is public about its stand. ... read..


MQM founder Altaf Hussain expresses concern over enforced disappearances in Balochistan, urges Pakistan military to find missing persons
London | May 8, 2024 11:31:11 PM IST
Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) founder Altaf Hussain has raised the issue of enforced disappearances in the Pakistan province of Balochistan and urged the Pakistan army to change their policy and prioritise the search for the missing individuals. ... read..


India will reform policies prioritizing Indian interests: Jaishankar on Agniveer Scheme which halted recruitments from Nepal
New Delhi | May 8, 2024 11:31:07 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday defended the implementation of Agniveer Scheme in India which abruptly halted the recruitment of military personnel from Nepal and said that New Delhi will reform its policies prioritizing Indian interes ... read..


"Every political party committed to ensure PoK returns to India": EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi | May 8, 2024 11:31:39 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said that every political party in the country is "committed to ensure that PoK, which is a part of India, returns to India," and that "the PoK issue has come to the front of people's thinking" after re ... read..


India's foreign secretary arrives in Dhaka, expected to meet Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina
Dhaka | May 8, 2024 11:30:22 PM IST
India's Foreign Secretary, Vinay Mohan Kwatra arrived in Dhaka on Wednesday for a short trip and is expected to meet Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the country's Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud. ... read..


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